Transmission Operator - NBC Sports

NBCUniversal•Stamford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NBC Sports is seeking an experienced Transmission Operator to support live broadcast operations from its Stamford facility. The role coordinates with internal teams, transmission providers, and technology partners to support reliable, high-quality content delivery for major sports events, including the Olympics, NFL, NBA, golf, and soccer. The position involves using broadcast transmission technologies such as fiber, satellite, bonded cellular, and IP-based transport, as well as video and audio systems. Candidates should be able to troubleshoot effectively and work in a fast-paced live production environment. This is a full-time, on-site position at an NBCUniversal-designated worksite in Stamford, Connecticut. The role may require working holidays, nights, weekends, variable schedules, and overtime. The position pays $35.00–$39.00 per hour and is eligible for company-sponsored benefits.

Requirements

At least 2 years of broadcast, transmission, media operations, or related live production experience.
Knowledge of broadcast transmission and media transport systems, including fiber, satellite, and IP-based workflows.
Ability to troubleshoot video, audio, and communications signals.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple live events simultaneously.
Ability to assist with critical decision-making in time-sensitive, live broadcast environments.
Experience working in a 24/7 operational environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be willing to work in Stamford, Connecticut.
Must be able to work holidays, nights, weekends, variable schedules, and overtime as necessary.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting live sports or large-scale live event broadcasts.
Experience supporting REMI or remote production models.
Ability to interpret signal flow documentation (CAD drawings) and perform systems-level troubleshooting.
Experience supporting matrix communications systems and large-scale routing infrastructures.
Familiarity with SMPTE 2110 environments.
Familiarity with cloud-based media transport and IP video workflows.
Experience working with H.264, HEVC, JPEG2000, ASI, and 4K workflows.

Responsibilities

Coordinate transmission activities and check-ins for high-profile sporting events using the company-wide scheduling system.
Work with Operations and Production teams to support transmission and routing needs and ensure high-quality broadcast delivery.
Monitor and troubleshoot on-air video, audio, satellite, communications, and multiplexed signals across multiple broadcast streams.
Partner with transmission carriers to resolve issues, manage escalations, coordinate maintenance, and maintain reliable service.
Establish standard operating procedures for transmission activities, including remote check-ins, quality control, ingest, and outgoing feeds.
Provide transmission support and feed coordination for internal partners across the organization.
Collaborate with Engineering to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
Assist with equipment setup, testing, and configuration as needed.